SJRWMD grants funding to Town of Oakland for septic to sewer project OAKLAND, FL — During the St. Johns River Water Management District’s (SJRWMD) Governing Board’s meeting this week, the Board approved project rankings for the annual Districtwide Cost-share Program and the Rural Economic Development Initiative/Innovative Cost-share Program. Included in…
Read MoreGOODWILL REMAINS COMMITTED TO JOB TRAINING, PLACEMENT SERVICES AMID COVID-19 PANDEMIC Nonprofit Transitions to Online Services to Provide Much-Needed Support ORLANDO, Fla. (April 15, 2020) – Goodwill Industries of Central Florida remains committed to serving local residents with job training and job placement programs, and has transitioned its Job Connection Center online…
Read MoreOrlando Health continues to be deeply humbled by the enormous outpouring of generosity at this time. As you are likely aware, many places across the country are experiencing a shortage of personal protective equipment. At Orlando Health, we are closely monitoring and managing our supply levels as the health and…
Read MoreChairwoman’s Article April 2020 The expression, “what a difference a month makes?” comes quickly to mind as I write this article. I certainly could not have imagined the vast difference in how we operate as business leaders, owners, and employees in just 30 days. Last month, I talked about the events and programs…
Read MoreCOVID-19 has rearranged our world. As a result, many of our teachers are seeking creative solutions to keep students engaged in a new virtual learning environment. We know how difficult this can be for teachers, students and parents, so the CEMEX Florida team has turned our Outdoor Education Curriculum into four…
Read MoreTown of Oakland offers utility relief due to COVID-19 OAKLAND, FL — Thanks to a generous anonymous donor, The Town of Oakland is offering eligible residents relief on their utility bills due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The COVID-19 Utility Assistance Program will assist in offsetting a portion or all of…
Read MoreTo our Disney Fans, You’ve been with us on this journey for generations, through magical Parks and wondrous ships, on guided adventures, island dreams and more. We love sharing it all with you. Though we can’t be physically together today, we promise the power of magic is here…
Read MoreOn March 6th, Trish Eakin, a West Orange Chamber of Commerce Ambassador, and Gaby Speller, of GP Consulting Orlando, were awarded OCPS Business partner of the year. With less than 1 year in business, GP Consulting has helped 6 of our local schools raise funds through discounted pricing and easy ordering…
Read MoreThe COVID-19 emergency has brought many changes to our communities, but few more significant than to business owners who are navigating both personal and professional impacts. Whether it’s reducing business hours, enduring temporary closures or scrambling to find new ways to operate, the pandemic has created a trying time for many.
Read MoreAt Walmart, we’re continuing our efforts to strengthen our community of families, friends and associates during this unprecedented time. Our latest responses to COVID-19 include taking additional steps for the health and safety of our associates, making key services completely contact free, and helping to meet the urgent…
Read MoreDear Community Partners, CareerSource Central Florida supports the Department of Economic Opportunity, the state’s Reemployment Assistance workforce system, during this critical time. Please share the following message within your communication channels in an effort to assist Floridians facing unemployment due to COVID-19. If you are a Floridian who…
Read MoreAdventHealth is working aggressively to prepare for any potential surge as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Our number one priority is ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our patients, team members and our community at large. AdventHealth Central Florida Division has a robust network of care in Orange, Osceola, Lake, Seminole,…
Read More